| Color
and form. Light and shadow. These make the drama and sense
of awe that I feel from the natural world around me. The
wonder of all that grows from the earth is breathtaking
to me, and I want others to share this experience. I capture
the intensity of color and contrasts these wonders provide.
The fruit of the earth, in whatever form, appears simple
but is not. The presentation is simple and frequently
abstract in composition, yet representational. I find
the earth and sky, in their many manifestations, equally
compelling. Many people consider "earth tones"
to be dull and uninteresting. I find them dramatic and
strong.
These
are the qualities I capture in my paintings. The colors
are intense even when I use a limited palette. Acrylic
is my medium of choice. It allows me to vary the texture
and the surface of the painting. The quick drying time
makes it possible to see just where the work is going.
I layer colors and use the opaque and transparent qualities
of various pigments to create the vibrancy of the paintings.
The landscapes as well as my botanical and still life
pieces have sharp contrasts, shadows and line. These characteristics
further contribute to the overall brightness and character
of my work. |
